The ruby is considered to be the most powerful gem in the universe, and is associated with many astral signs. To own a ruby is said to have contentment and peace. Given as a gift, the ruby is a symbol of friendship and love. The ruby is also the symbol of vitality and royalty.

2 3/4" Cherry Whorl Pewter Inset with 1.71 Carat Citrine Gemstone based on a 9th Century Strickland Design currently on exhibit at the British Museum, London Sterling Silver RingSterling Silver Hook (not shown)1.91 oz

In the meantime, while Jacob and the shepherds were talking amongst themselves, a woman named "Rachel" came near with her father's sheep. Rachel which signifies "a sheep" was the shepherdess of that flock and she outranked the other shepherds that were there with her. The Scriptures tells us that she was a very beautiful, humble and industrious (hard working) woman.

The sapphire is called the "Stone of Destiny". Sapphires contribute to mental clarity and perception. They can promote financial rewards.The sapphire is the symbol of heaven and joyful devotion to God.

Deborah was a Judge of Israel who lived about 3000 years ago, during a time when the nation was ruled by judges instead of kings.She was the only female Judge of Israel. She was also a prophet, and the wife of Lappidoth. She held court in Ephraim in a place called "Deborah's Palm Tree," and the Israelites came to her to decide their disputes.She called upon the warrior, Barak, and through a message from God told him to mobilize 10,000 men from the tribes of Naphtali and Zebulun to fight the army of king Jabin of Hazor in Canaan. Barak agrees to go to battle, but only if Deborah comes with him. Deborah accompanies the army, but warns Barak that the honor of conquering Sisera (King Jabin's general) will go to a woman instead of him.Sisera marched his entire army, including 900 iron chariots to the Kishon River. Deborah told Barak "Now is the time for action! The Lord leads on! He has already delivered Sisera into your hand." Barak leads his army down the slopes of Mount Tabor and defeats the enemy. Sisera, who escaped the slaughter by the Israelites, is killed by Jael, a woman, who drives a peg through his head while he is sleeping. This fulfills Deborah's prophecy that Sisera would fall to a woman.

"Henryk Winograd, one of the world’s greatest 20th Century masters of traditional silversmithing techniques, passed away on February 18th, 2008 at the age of 91. He was the leading practitioner in America of the historic art of Repoussé. Henryk Winograd was born in 1916 in Biala- Podlask, Poland. From his earliest years he was attracted to drawing and the delicate skills of metal work. His mother's small business was just down the street from a metalworker's shop and so he started learning the trade, making decorative grills and other practical objects. Unfortunately, the storm clouds of unrest and war soon overshadowed all plans. In 1972 he emigrated to the United States and started to produce jewelry and Judaica

Sodalite is the stone of athletics, as it stimulates endurance. It is said sodalite will harmonize the inner being or the conscious and subconscious mind. Sodalite promotes peace and harmony. Sodalite is extra lucky for writers.

Sodalite is associated with the thyroid. Contact it when you want to lose a few pounds. It helps in communicating and will give confidence to speak more.

Amazonite is said to balance feminine and masculine energy. It promotes kindness and practicality. It is an excellent stone for artists. Known as the lucky "Hope Stone". It will be lucky for all your hopes and dreams. Amazonite helps balance the emotions and gives physical stamina.

The Quendale Beast – Originally a large bronze "Harness" ornament found in Quendale, Shetland (Island) dating from the Viking occupation. The head was missing when found and this part was designed by Jack Rae to complement the original Nordic piece. Click here to see the original ornament.

The Brothers Grimm"Jacob Grimm was born in 1785 and his brother Wilhelm in 1786. Their collection of 200 Fairy Tales have been a source of delight to children of all ages throughout the years"Includes Box Bottom (see below)

Below: Views of The Brother Grimm II

Below and Left: Details of Included Box Bottom of The Brothers Grimm II

Hindu legend says that once Lord Shiva opened His eyes after a long period yogic meditation, because of extreme fulfillment He shed out a tear. This single tear from Shiva’s eye grew into the Rudraksha tree.

The Quendale Beast – Originally a large bronze "Harness" ornament found in Quendale, Shetland (Island) dating from the Viking occupation. The head was missing when found and this part was designed by Jack Rae to complement the original Nordic piece. Click here to see the original ornament.

The Quendale Beast – Originally a large bronze "Harness" ornament found in Quendale, Shetland (Island) dating from the Viking occupation. The head was missing when found and this part was designed by Jack Rae to complement the original Nordic piece. Click here to see the original ornament.

"The Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood was founded in England in 1848 by a group of artists who disapproved of the triviality of contemporary painting and it's enthusiasm for Raphael, whom they thought over-praised. They chose serious subjects, often with a religious, moral, or mediaeval theme"

The sapphire was called the "Stone of Destiny". Sapphires contribute to mental clarity and perception. They can promote financial rewards. The sapphire is the symbol of heaven and joyful devotion to God.

Raoul René Alphonse Bénard (1881-1961) was a French artist sculptor, born in Elbeuf, Seine-Maritime, France. Little is to be found about his early life before he is recorded as studying under the master Jules-Clement Chaplain (1839-1909). This study was a success as in 1911 he won the Prix de Rome followed by a silver medal at the Salon des Artistes Francais in 1922.

$297Marie Spartali Stillman was born in 1844. The subjects of her paintings were typical of the Pre-Raphaelites: female figures; scenes from Shakespeare, Petrarch, Dante and Boccaccio; also Italian landscapes. She exhibited at the Dudley Gallery, then at the Grosvenor Gallery and its successor, the New Gallery; at the Royal Academy; and at various galleries in the eastern USA, including the Centennial Exhibition in Philadelphia in 1876. A retrospective show of her work took place in the United States in 1982.Below: Views of Convent Lilly